1. BlaBlaCar, a long-distance carpooling service, has seen rapid growth in India, making it the company's largest market worldwide with an estimated 20 million passengers this year.
2. This growth is primarily driven by factors such as expanding mobile internet access, digital payments, and car ownership among India's middle class, as well as limited public transport capacity.
3. Despite challenges like ambiguous regulations and occasional user complaints, BlaBlaCar remains popular in India due to its affordability and convenience compared to other travel options. The company plans to establish a local office and hire staff in the coming year.